WATERPROOFING
The components of the bag are water-repellent so that you can temporarily continue walking/hiking in light rain.
Caution: this backpack is not watertight/waterproof and it does not have a rain cover.
If you want to continue walking/hiking in the rain and protect your belongings, we recommend the following model: "10 to 20 L rain cover", which can be viewed on our website, item reference 8772113.
How is the volume measured?
The volume of each backpack is measured using a standard method: we fill the main compartment, as well as each pocket, with little balls. We then empty these balls into a graduated container, which gives the equivalent volume in litres.
How to adjust your backpack?
1 - Loosen the straps
2 - Put on the loaded backpack
3 - Tighten the straps
How to fill your backpack?
Put heavy belongings on the bottom. Store your clothing around these items. Keep your waterproof jacket and/or sweater to hand. Place small items that you use every day (sun cream, map, glasses, etc.) in the pockets. The flask can be placed in the side pockets designed for this.
Tested for optimum durability and strength
We carry out several laboratory tests to validate the bag's components: fabric, buckles, straps, foam, zips. For example, for a fabric, we test the resistance to abrasion and tearing, colour fastness when exposed to UV light and washing, as well as waterproofing. We also carry out tests to check assembly durability with the help of a dummy which reproduces a hiker’s movements to show several years of wear on the bag.
